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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Providence (Canal St & Smith St) | CheapestFastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Providence (Canal St & Smith St) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Providence (Canal St & Smith St) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Providence (Canal St & Smith St) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Providence (Canal St & Smith St) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Providence
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $143, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Providence?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Stops in Providence
- A99 W Exchange St, 02903 Providence, RI
- BBroadway & Greene Street, Providence, RI 02903, USA
- C
Peter Pan Terminal
1 Peter Pan Way, Providence, RI 02904 - D
Greyhound Station
1 Kennedy Plz, Providence, RI 02903 - E
Brown University
201-235 Lloyd Ave, Providence, RI 02906, USA - F
Canal St & Smith
310 Canal St, Providence, RI 02903
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Providence by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Providence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Providence start from $143. The average price for this route is around $207. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Providence?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Providence is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1343 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Providence route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Providence?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Providence at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Providence?
A bus trip from Chicago to Providence generates an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Providence?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Providence?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Providence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Providence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Providence was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $169To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Providence, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $169 to $418 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $169 which is on 2025-12-31.
Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Providence?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
